Which peanuts are right for you?

An individual bag for on the go

If you want to take a sealed bag to work or to drinks, check the weight of each bag and how many you get in one order. Duyvis lists a salted 60 g option; Kantinewinkel describes a box of 20 bags, each weighing 60 g.

Peanuts to share with the group

If you’re shopping for several people and want to portion the peanuts yourself, check the total weight, serving information and storage instructions. For a specific 400 g pack, Albert Heijn lists a serving size of 25 g; this does not make the bag a set of individual snack portions.

Choosing by recipe and allergens

If you’re looking for unsalted peanuts or need to take allergies into account, check the ingredients and warnings for that exact flavour and pack. Peanuts are not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy; if you have other allergies, check the other ingredients and precautionary warnings too.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want individual bags to take with you or peanuts to share there and then. Then choose a flavour and check the ingredients and allergen information.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
An individual bag Check the weight of each bag and the number of bags per order. For the Duyvis product reviewed, Kantinewinkel lists a box of 20 bags, each weighing 60 g. If you want to have a sealed bag ready for every drinks occasion or each person’s bag, what matters most is the amount in each one. Around 34% of consumers prioritise individual packaging.
Flavour and coating Read the product description and ingredients for the exact flavour. Duyvis says its Borrelnootjes Cocktail contains 50% peanuts; Lidl describes Alesto Cruspies as peanuts in a spiced dough coating. If you’re looking for plain peanut flavour or a seasoned coating, choose based on the recipe, not just the word ‘peanut’. Around 20% of consumers prioritise flavour and coating.
Unsalted recipe Make sure you choose the unsalted option and decide for yourself how much you want to eat. A product pack is not a personal serving recommendation. If you specifically want unsalted peanuts for drinks, also check that the quantity and packaging suit your plans. Around 20% of consumers prioritise an unsalted recipe.
Quantity for the group Compare the net weight and pack size. For a specific 400 g pack, Albert Heijn lists sixteen 25 g servings; Jumbo and PLUS offer 250 g bags in the product information reviewed. If you’re buying for a group and want to portion the peanuts yourself, plan around the number of people attending and how much you want to put out. Around 13% of consumers prioritise quantity for the group.
Allergen information Read the ingredients and any warnings on the exact pack. Duyvis Borrelnootjes Cocktail lists wheat and milk, among other ingredients; Jumbo says its unsalted peanuts may contain nuts. If you need to take an allergy into account when serving drinks, check each flavour and variety individually. Around 13% of consumers make allergen information their most important purchasing criterion.

Common purchasing mistakes

  • Assuming a small pack is one serving

    A 60 g bag is not the same as the 25 g serving size Albert Heijn lists for its specific product. The amount in a pack does not dictate how much you eat.

    Check the weight of each bag and decide for yourself how much you want to serve.

  • Ordering a box when you only want one bag

    Kantinewinkel’s listing is for 20 bags of 60 g, not one individual bag.

    Before ordering, check both the number of inner packs and the sales unit.

    A box may contain more individual bags than you need for one drinks occasion.

  • Assuming all peanut snacks contain the same allergens

    Recipes vary: Duyvis Borrelnootjes Cocktail lists wheat and milk as well as peanuts, while Jumbo warns that its unsalted peanuts may contain nuts.

    Read the ingredients and warnings for each exact variety. If you have a peanut allergy, do not choose a peanut snack.

  • Not sealing a sharing pack properly after opening

    A sharing pack needs a little care when you put it away after drinks. Instructions can vary from product to product.

    Follow the storage instructions on the pack and seal any leftovers as directed.

Brands to help you choose

Duyvis

Duyvis lists salted peanuts in various pack sizes, including 60 g, and also offers coated Borrelnootjes Cocktail.

  • The 60 g pack is a specific option if you’re looking for a small bag; Kantinewinkel lists a box of 20 of these bags.
  • According to Duyvis’s recipe, Cocktail snacks contain 50% peanuts, wheat and milk. They are a different type of product from plain peanuts.

Albert Heijn

The AH peanuts reviewed are salted and come in a 400 g pack.

  • For this specific product, Albert Heijn lists a 25 g serving size and sixteen servings.
  • The serving information does not make the pack sixteen individually wrapped snacks. The product contains peanuts and may contain various tree nuts.

Jumbo

The Jumbo products reviewed are salted and unsalted peanuts in 250 g bags.

  • Jumbo lists 98.6% peanuts in the salted variety and 99.5% peanuts in the unsalted variety.
  • The product information says that both varieties may contain nuts. These are sharing packs, not individual small snack bags.

Lidl

Lidl describes Alesto Cruspies as peanuts in a spiced dough coating.

  • The range description makes it clear that these are coated peanuts.
  • Check the contents and ingredients of the specific pack before comparing it with plain peanuts.

ALDI

ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted peanuts in a 250 g pack.

  • The product description specifies both that they are unsalted and the pack weight.
  • The pack listed is a sharing pack, not a set of individually wrapped bags.

PLUS

The PLUS own-brand product reviewed is a 250 g bag of salted peanuts.

  • For this specific recipe, PLUS lists 99% peanuts and 0.7% salt.
  • The product information says that it may contain cashew nuts; check the pack label.

Peanuts at Joybuy

These are sharing packs for you to portion yourself; the second variety is in its shell.

g'woon unsalted peanuts, 250 g

g'woon unsalted peanuts, 250 g

A sharing pack for you to portion yourself if you’re looking for unsalted peanuts to serve with drinks.

The product description lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. The pack may contain cashew nuts.

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G'woon peanuts in shells, 500 g

G'woon peanuts in shells, 500 g

A larger pack for you to portion yourself if you’re specifically looking for peanuts in their shells.

The product name gives a pack weight of 500 g. These are peanuts in their shells, not shelled peanuts.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a small bag of peanuts automatically one serving?

No, the contents of a pack are not automatically one serving. Duyvis lists a 60 g bag; for its specific 400 g pack, Albert Heijn gives a serving size of 25 g. Use the information on the pack and decide for yourself how much you want to serve.

How can I avoid ordering a box when I only want one bag?

Check the number of inner packs and the order unit before placing your order. The Kantinewinkel listing reviewed for Duyvis is for 20 bags of 60 g, not one individual bag.

What should I look out for with allergens in peanut snacks?

Read the ingredients and any warnings on the exact pack. The NVWA says that allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products; the European Union explains that allergens present must be clearly identified in the ingredients list. Peanut snacks are not suitable if you have a peanut allergy.

How should I store leftover peanuts after drinks?

Follow the storage instructions for the specific product. Albert Heijn recommends resealing the pack of its salted peanuts properly. For unsalted peanuts, Voedingscentrum recommends an airtight container in a cool, dark and dry place; do not automatically apply this advice to every coating or flavour variety.

Does a catering business have to provide allergen information for unpackaged snacks?

Yes. The NVWA says that a hospitality or catering business must provide allergen information when it offers unpackaged food. This can be given in writing or verbally; if it is given verbally, customers must be able to see that they can ask for it. This requirement for businesses does not automatically apply to a private drinks gathering.